How To Fix IW435 - Factory calendar & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 435

• Message text: Factory calendar & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system cannot find a <GL:factory_calendar>factory
calendar</> for the specified <GL:plant>plant</>.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

If no factory calendar was allocated to the specified plant in
your system, you must maintain this with the help of the the
Customizing function:

<DS:TRAN.OX10>Proceed</>
ENDIF
INCLUDE 'DARF-NICHT' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
If the factory calendar has already been allocated to the
specified plant yet it does not contain any entries, you must
maintain the factory calendar:

<DS:TRAN.OY05>Proceed</>
ENDIF
INCLUDE 'DARF-NICHT' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW435 - Factory calendar & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IW435 indicates that the factory calendar specified in a transaction does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of work order processing, maintenance planning, or similar activities where a factory calendar is required to determine working days and hours.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Factory Calendar: The factory calendar referenced in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The factory calendar may not be properly configured or assigned to the relevant plant or work center.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the factory calendar code entered in the transaction.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the factory calendar.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar) to verify if the factory calendar exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new factory calendar or assign an existing one.
  
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar:
  
  Ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the relevant plant or work center. This can be done in the configuration settings for the plant or work center.
  Use transaction code OOVB (Define Factory Calendar for Plant) to assign the factory calendar to the plant.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the factory calendar code entered in the transaction for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the factory calendar. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or assignment of factory calendars, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar defines the working days and hours for a specific plant or work center. It is essential for scheduling and planning activities in SAP.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: Maintain Factory Calendar
  OOVB: Define Factory Calendar for Plant
  IW31/IW32: Create/Change Work Order (where the error may occur)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to factory calendars and error IW435.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IW435 error and ensure that the factory calendar is correctly set up in your SAP system.